Astro Boy

Set in futuristic Metro City, the computer-animated Astro Boy is about a young robot with incredible powers created by a brilliant scientist named Dr. Tenma (voice of Nicolas Cage). Powered by positive "blue" energy, Astro Boy (voice of Freddie Highmore) is endowed with super strength, X-ray vision, unbelievable speed and the ability to fly. Embarking on a journey in search of acceptance, Astro Boy encounters many other colorful characters along the way. Through his adventures, he learns the joys and emotions of being human, and gains the strength to embrace his destiny. Ultimately learning his friends and family are in danger, Astro Boy marshals his awesome super powers and returns to Metro City in a valiant effort to save everything he cares about and to understand what it means to be a hero. Directed by David Bowers (Flushed Away).  

Director:

David Bowers 

Cast:

Voices of Freddie Highmore, Nicolas Cage, Kristen Bell, Nathan Lane, Eugene Levy, Matt Lucus, Bill Nighy, Donald Sutherland, Charlize Theron